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Bulldog Sports Blitz

Bulldog Sports Blitz brings you inside the action of UMS-Wright athletics. Hosted by Rick Cleveland, Athletic Director Wes Lathan, and Head Football Coach Sam Williams, this podcast highlights every sport across the Bulldog spectrum—from the gridiron to the court, the track to the pool. Tune in for insider perspectives, athlete spotlights, and behind-the-scenes stories that showcase the tradition, excellence, and spirit of UMS-Wright.

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    EP 25 | Playoff Push: Baseball, Lacrosse & Spring Sports

    This week, we’re joined by head varsity baseball coach Kevin Raley and head varsity lacrosse coach Drew Warren as we dive into a big stretch for Bulldog athletics. Baseball continues its strong run, tennis competes in the state tournament, and lacrosse stays in the spotlight. Across spring sports, softball closes in on the postseason, track athletes shine at sectionals, and golf prepares for the next round of competition. It’s postseason time, and momentum is building across the board.

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    EP 24 | Track & Golf in Focus

    This week’s episode features guests Garrett Schumacher and Brent Daugherty as we highlight track and golf. Baseball looks to secure an area championship while continuing a strong run, and several players stay hot at the plate. Across spring sports, softball and soccer prepare for key matchups, tennis heads into section play, and lacrosse continues a strong season with eyes on another conference title. It’s a big week with postseason implications across the board.

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    EP 23 | Soccer, Baseball & Spring Sports Update

    This week’s episode features guests Joe Moody and Kevin Raley as we highlight soccer and baseball. Tennis continues its strong season with wins over Saraland and Murphy, while softball and track turn in big performances, including a no-hitter, home runs, and multiple event wins. It’s a busy stretch across campus as spring sports keep rolling and building momentum.

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    EP 22 | Spring Sports & Offseason Progress

    Head football coach Sam Williams joins the show to discuss how the offseason is progressing and what the team has been working on behind the scenes. We also recap a strong stretch in baseball across multiple levels, highlight continued success in both boys' and girls' tennis, and check in on soccer, softball, track, and golf as spring sports stay busy and keep building momentum. Another packed week for Bulldog athletics.

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    EP 21 | Girls' Golf Spotlight & Spring Updates

    This week’s episode features a special guest from the girls' golf program as we highlight the team’s performance at the Patriot Open and look ahead to their next tournament. Baseball continues a strong stretch across all levels, while both boys' and girls' tennis remain undefeated in impressive fashion. We also check in on soccer, softball, and lacrosse as spring sports continue to build momentum across campus. Another busy week for Bulldog athletics!

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    EP 20 | Spring Momentum Builds

    Spring sports are in full swing as we welcome Brent Daugherty to the show. Baseball continues stacking wins across JV, middle school, and varsity, with a big weekend ahead. Tennis stays hot with strong performances from both the boys and girls. We also highlight the David Miller Memorial Tournament. Soccer, softball, and lacrosse all gear up for major matchups as the spring season hits its stride. The momentum is building across campus—it’s a great time to be a Bulldog!

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    EP 19 | Area Champs & Spring Surge

    Basketball headlines this week as the girls claim an area championship and prepare to host the next round, while the boys recap tournament action and look ahead to their next matchup. We’re joined by a special guest to talk tennis as both teams gear up for the season, and spring sports are officially rolling with strong starts from soccer and lacrosse, plus baseball opening play over the break. The seasons are shifting, and Bulldog athletics are heating up.

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    EP 18 | Championship Runs & Spring Openers

    Area tournament play is here as both boys and girls basketball continue their postseason push, highlighted by dominant wins and home-court action. Indoor track shines at the state meet, baseball looks ahead to the 2026 season, and spring sports continue to ramp up with strong results from tennis and a preview of soccer as they open the season this week. We also celebrate National Signing Day as Bulldogs take the next step in their collegiate careers. Winter success meets spring momentum—it’s a great time to be a Bulldog!

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    EP 17 | Full Speed Ahead

    The Bulldogs are rolling as winter championships collide with the start of spring sports. Girls basketball clinches a regular-season area title, boys hoops stays in the fight, and indoor track gears up for the state meet. Baseball, soccer, tennis, and golf all turn the page toward opening competition, and National Signing Day shines a spotlight on athletes taking the next step. Momentum is building across campus—it’s a great time to be a Bulldog!

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    EP 16 | Turning the Page to 2026

    Bulldog Sports Blitz is back after the holiday break as Wes and Rick welcome Michael Napp to the show. We recap girls and boys basketball, spotlight a standout 7th grade season, and check in on spring sports as baseball, soccer, softball, and track ramp up. Be sure to stay connected all season long through the UMS-Wright Athletics App.

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    EP 15 | Semester Wrap-Up & Holiday Break

    This week on the Bulldog Sports Blitz, we welcome Bullit Jones and Michael Napp as we preview the upcoming William Mitchell Tournament and highlight the BAA fall semester. In our Week in Review, we recap basketball’s matchup with Orange Beach and look ahead to this week’s games against St. Paul’s, while also celebrating bowling’s strong finish to the season. We’ll be back January 22—stay connected with all things UMS-Wright through the Athletics App. It’s a great time to be a Bulldog!

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    EP 14 | All-County Honors & Holiday Hoops

    This week on the Bulldog Sports Blitz, we welcome special guest Terry Canova as we spotlight a huge week across UMS-Wright athletics. We celebrate multiple All-County cross country selections, highlight strong results from the XC Super 7 meet, and look ahead to the start of indoor track season. In our Week in Review, we break down big basketball performances—including the boys’ top-10 state ranking and tournament wins, as well as the girls’ success at the Bryant Thanksgiving Tournament. We also touch on strong swims in Huntsville, bowling victories, and hosting duties for another packed weekend of BAA basketball. It’s a great time to be a Bulldog!

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    EP 13 | New Spaces, New Seasons

    This week on the Bulldog Sports Blitz, we welcome Coach Michael Napp to the show and roll out the new plan now that football season has wrapped. We highlight the exciting opening of the updated Athletic Wing, including upgraded cheer space, an impressive media room, and the next phase of the training facilities. In our Week in Review, we cover boys’ and girls’ basketball action across D’Iberville, Orange Beach, Satsuma, and Davidson, preview swim’s diving and prelim events, check in on bowling’s strong week, and recap BAA Turkey Bowl results along with Week 4 basketball standings. It’s a great time to be a Bulldog!

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    EP 12 | Season Wrap-Ups & Winter Warm-Ups

    This week on the Bulldog Sports Blitz, we close out the football season and look back on a year of growth and grit. In our Week in Review, we highlight strong basketball matchups, cross country’s impressive finishes at the State Meet, cheer’s fourth-place run at State, bowling’s dominant 2–0 week, and another big showing from BAA basketball. We finish by looking ahead to offseason plans and the upcoming rotation of coaches joining the show. It’s a great time to be a Bulldog!

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    EP 11 | State Bound & Season Tip-Offs

    This week on the Bulldog Sports Blitz, we recap the St. Michael game and celebrate the success of the UMS-Wright Golf Tournament. Basketball season tips off with strong performances from the varsity and middle school teams, while cross country heads to the State Meet in Oakville. Additionally, swim adds new state qualifiers ahead of championships in Huntsville. We also check in on bowling’s first match and a great opening weekend for BAA basketball before previewing the Bulldogs’ matchup with Andalusia. It’s a great time to be a Bulldog!

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    EP 10 | Postseason Push

    This week on the Bulldog Sports Blitz, we recap the Bulldogs’ big region win over Faith Academy and celebrate our senior volleyball players after an outstanding season and historic program record. In our Week in Review, we highlight cross country’s strong finishes at the County Championships, recognize multiple swimmers who punched their ticket to state at Districts, and celebrate a great opening week for BAA basketball. We also touch on middle school hoops tipping off with a sweep and share updates on the new athletics app and the upcoming UMS-Wright Golf Tournament. Finally, we turn our attention to the Bulldogs’ next matchup against St. Michael. It’s a great time to be a Bulldog!

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    EP 9 | Championship Season Begins

    This week on the Bulldog Sports Blitz, we recap the football team’s big win over Elberta and volleyball’s run through Super Regionals as they prepare for the state tournament. We also preview the upcoming basketball season with a look at both the girls’ and boys’ teams. In our Week in Review, we highlight cross country’s Mobile County Championships and celebrate Senior Night for the swim team at the annual Battle of Old Shell Road meet. Finally, we look ahead to this week’s football matchup with Faith Academy.

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    EP 8 | It's Homecoming at UMS-Wright

    It’s Homecoming Week at UMS-Wright, and the Bulldog Sports Blitz crew has plenty to cover! We recap volleyball’s strong showing at the Shrimp Festival—facing some of the best teams in the state—and celebrate cheer’s outstanding performance at Regionals, finishing third by just six-tenths of a point. We also look ahead to basketball season with previews of both the girls’ and boys’ teams, highlight cross country’s success at the McGill-Toolen Relays, and review BAA volleyball and football results. Finally, we turn our attention to this week’s football matchup against Elberta. It’s a great time to be a Bulldog!

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    EP 7 | Bulldogs on the Move

    This week on the Bulldog Sports Blitz, we recap football’s win over Citronelle and look ahead to the upcoming matchup with Williamson. Volleyball continues its strong season with big performances at the Saraland match and the Shrimp Festival, while JV and middle school teams close out impressive runs. In our Week in Review, we highlight cross country’s results from the Jesse Owens Classic on the state course, recognize multiple new personal records, and preview this week’s Pink Out swim meet at Lubel Pool. BAA football keeps rolling across all grade levels as the Bulldogs continue their playoff push. It’s a great time to be a Bulldog!

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    EP 6 | Rivalries and Rising Stars

    This week on the Bulldog Sports Blitz, we recap football’s showdown with T.R. Miller and volleyball’s busy stretch, including the Briarwood Tournament and the Battle of Old Shell Road. In our Week in Review, we highlight cross-country standouts, celebrate swim qualifiers and top finishes, and check in on BAA volleyball and football action across multiple grade levels. Looking ahead, we preview the football team’s game plan against Citronelle as the Bulldogs push deeper into the season. It’s a great time to be a Bulldog!

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    EP 5 | Pushing Through Mid-Season

    This week, we take a look at football’s mid-season stretch as the Bulldogs face some of the state’s toughest opponents. Volleyball battles through adversity with a big win over St. Michael and prepares for matchups against Mobile Christian and the Briarwood Tournament. We recap cross country’s strong showing at Blakeley State Park, celebrate a standout swim performance at the Bulldog Invitational, and highlight BAA volleyball and football results across the board. Looking ahead, we preview next week’s football matchup with T.R. Miller.

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    EP 4 | Momentum in the Off Week

    Even with Bulldog football on a bye week, the action doesn’t stop. This week, we welcome Head Volleyball Coach Wing Brett, who shares an update on the team’s search for the right rotation and previews key matchups ahead. We also recap strong performances from cross country and swim, and spotlight the upcoming Ladies’ Clinic, where Coach Williams will host a special football boot camp for moms. It’s a great time to be a Bulldog!

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    EP 3 | Bulldogs Keep Rolling

    In this week’s episode, the Bulldog Sports Blitz crew recaps UMS-Wright’s football win over BC Rain and takes a look at the week ahead against Vigor. We highlight volleyball’s strong start, including tournament play and standout performances, and celebrate big results from cross country, BAA football, and swim and dive. Around campus, we spotlight the Bulldog Leadership Academy and its impact on student-athletes across every sport.

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    EP 2 | Fall Sports in Full Swing

    This week, the Bulldog Sports Blitz crew recaps UMS-Wright’s football matchup against LeFlore, celebrates a strong start for cross country and volleyball, and highlights the excitement of Bulldog Athletics Association (BAA). Looking ahead, we preview football vs. BC Rain and volleyball’s upcoming tournament in Orange Beach. It’s a great time to be a Bulldog!

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    EP 1 | Welcome to the Bulldog Sports Blitz

    In our debut episode, hosts Rick Cleveland, Wes Lathan, and Sam Williams set the stage for what the Bulldog Sports Blitz is all about. We share the purpose behind the podcast, introduce members of the new UMS-Wright coaching staff, and kick things off with a look at the upcoming football season.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Bulldog Sports Blitz brings you inside the action of UMS-Wright athletics. Hosted by Rick Cleveland, Athletic Director Wes Lathan, and Head Football Coach Sam Williams, this podcast highlights every sport across the Bulldog spectrum—from the gridiron to the court, the track to the pool. Tune in for insider perspectives, athlete spotlights, and behind-the-scenes stories that showcase the tradition, excellence, and spirit of UMS-Wright.

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Bulldog Sports Blitz brings you inside the action of UMS-Wright athletics. Hosted by Rick Cleveland, Athletic Director Wes Lathan, and Head Football Coach Sam Williams, this podcast highlights every sport across the Bulldog spectrum—from the gridiron to the court, the track to the pool. Tune in for...

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